Overview & Reviews

Apart from the debut of a new trim level – the Persona Series Special Edition – the Toyota Prius stands pat for 2013.

• Strong safety scores.
• Comfortable ride
• Abundant backseat room
• Available high-tech luxury goodies
• Superior fuel economy
• Spacious cargo area

• Elevated amounts of road noise
• Awkward driving position for some
• Busy-looking gauge cluster.
• Slow acceleration
• Disappointing interior materials

User Reviews:

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  TRADED IN CMAX AFTER 10 MONTHS FOR THIS PRIUS - 2013 Toyota Prius
  By tradedcmax - September 22 - 4:13 pm

  I had decided to buy the Ford Cmax over the Prius without having tried the Prius. I did so because I bought into the hype and I really did like the way the Cmax drove. I also wanted to do the buy American thing. After 10 months and nearly 15K miles, never going over 37mpg, dealing with the many build quality issues (lots of them) I stumbled upon the NHTSA recall for the safety crash thing and said it was the last straw. So I traded in the Cmax for the Prius. And I havent looked back. The first 3 fill ups were 49, 47, and 45. Already I got the MPG that the CMAX could not. So it wasnt just me. The Prius works great, is comfortable, and is an amazing build quality!

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  Just bought another one!!!! - 2013 Toyota Prius
  By nosaints - December 22 - 8:44 pm

  I purchased my first Prius in 2010 and have recently traded it in on a new 2013 Prius. This car is actually fun to drive and comfortable. my wife and I took 2 extended vacations to the mid-west traveling a total of over 15,000 miles. A lot of people refer to the Prius as a compact car. I assure you that this car is a midsize. I have nothing but praise for the auto. A 5 star rating should be a 6 or 7. We see the hybrids out there have really not caught on, Why, because on the charging of the hybrid has to be done with an additional exterior 240 volt power receptacle. The difference between the charging receptacle needed is that the Pruis uses kenetick energy to charge itself, no plugging in.

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  Amazed! - 2013 Toyota Prius
  By guitarjem - October 24 - 12:23 am

  I have been researching the Prius for 12 months before buying and during my research I read negative things about the Prius that I find not to be true. This car is not slow and has no problem keeping up with the pack. You dont have to drive like "grandma" to get good mpgs just go easy on the gas pedal and try to stay in eco mode. The car is very quiet and comfortable for long drives and is by no means a compact sedan but a mid-size vehicle. With that said the Prius might not be for everyone but if you have a long commute and like saving on gas with a nice car to boot..... go for it!

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  16 months of ownership so far... - 2013 Toyota Prius
  By jgilliam1955 - June 25 - 1:24 pm

  This is the best car I have ever owned. I had a VW Jetta Diesel with 200K on it but it was in the shop for eletrical stuff all the time. So I wanted regular gas car with diesel type mileage PLUS a back seat for the grandkids. The Prius fits the bill. Gas is 75 cents per gallon or more cheaper. I now have 28800 miles in it. On weekend trips I get low 50s mpg at 70mph & higher if I go 60 mph. Overall I have averaged combined MPG of 49.9. When I fill up its $26. I take a ferry to work & it is nice to sit in a car with the AC or heater on & the engine not running. I carried my Garmin GPS for back up but the Prius GPS works great.

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  Best cars Ive owned in eighty years! - 2013 Toyota Prius
  By fruthaler - November 29 - 5:23 am

  Ive now driven this Prius 4000+ miles in two months. It gives better gas mileage than the other five Priuses Ive owned! And is as comfortable for long drives as any car I ever owned. My first Prius was the 2003 model, and Ive driven all of them 100,000+ miles, around home and on long trips. Perhaps Im small enough to be comfortable, but I really cannot understand the complaints about the seats for long trips. All Priuses have been excellent for driving in mountains, but the 2013 model is the best. No other car I ever owned climbed interstate grades easier in cruise control, and because of the transmission, no car descends steep grades better!

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  what an awesome car - 2013 Toyota Prius
  By joebob66 - January 31 - 6:21 am

  I purchased the prius persona in july and love this car, I previously had a Honda accord. I recommend the black cherry color, as this is a limited edition color, so there arent a lot of them out there. this car is loaded with features, and at only 26000 with o percent financing, this was just right for me. I am getting 56 mpg going to work everyday, 24 miles, 17 of them on the highway. I am currently getting about 52 on the highway and about 56 or 57 in the city, I live in Chicago, so the city driving is stop and go, which gets you better mileage, and I have learned how to drive to get maximum fuel economy without being "that guy driving like a grandma". would recommend

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  Best Car ever owned. - 2013 Toyota Prius
  By martint1448 - July 21 - 10:28 am

  I bought a 2009 Prius and have so far put 162,000 miles on it without any issue of any kind. The first set of brakes are still in place and it has never let me down on trips all over the country.

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  Skeptics are wrong - 2013 Toyota Prius
  By longhornwine - April 17 - 3:57 pm

  I did a lot of research before deciding on a Prius, and found that, though there are plenty of raving fans, there are also a lot of detractors. I read reviews about unbearable seats, terrible road noise, lack of power, and poor driving experience. After test drives, I decided to take a chance, and bought a new Persona model, which is basically an appearance package with a few upgrades, like the 17" wheels, navigation, and leather. Ive driven it enough now to comment: the driver seat is as comfortable as any Ive ever seen. The ride and road noise are typical for any vehicle of similar class. The power is great in Power Mode, the sound system is great, and the overall sense is great!

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  Best car i have ever purchased---LOVE IT !!!! - 2013 Toyota Prius
  By lviars50 - February 4 - 1:58 pm

  I purchased the 2013 Toyota Prius 3 from Aaron M. salesman at Rusty Wallace Toyota in Morristown Tn...This dealership is highly recommend by me great people that really takes the time to make sure you get the exact car you have you heart set on...The Toyota Prius far exceeded my expectations....I love the way it drives and handles, plenty of room inside.. BEAUTIFUL exterior ... every where I go people go on about what a beautiful car I have purchased.. The fuel mileage is AWESOME...averaging 54.8 mpg ... If you HATE buying gas like I do I highly suggest you buy a Toyota Prius ...

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  So far we are loving it! - 2013 Toyota Prius
  By rkhamilton920 - April 20 - 6:25 am

  Purchased car last weekend - $27,500 OTD. Last minute decision decided to buy 72 mo/100K extended warranty that included routine maintenance for 48 mo/45K for $1200. Really enjoying the can so far - its my wifes first "new car" - she;s always gotten my hand me downs. She drives 100 miles RT to work and shes loving it. Ill update as we own it a bit longer.